Bree Mesquit

The Rebel Show

Welcome to The Rebel Show, the ultimate podcast for estheticians and waxers who want to level up their skills, grow their businesses, and achieve personal success. Hosted by Bree Mesquit, the founder of Lash and Wax OC and creator of Rebel Wax, this podcast is packed with Beauty Industry Business Advice, Expert Waxing Techniques, Client Service Tips, and Personal Development Strategies. With over 12 years of experience and a 7-figure waxing brand under her belt, Bree shares her wealth of knowledge and experiences to help you navigate the esthetics industry.

Author

Bree Mesquit

Category

Education

Podcast website

lashandwaxoc.com

Latest episode

Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

86. How to Handle a One Star Review as a Solo Esthetician Without Panicking 12.01.2026

If you’re a solo esthetician or waxer and you’ve ever received a one star review, this episode is for you. Bad reviews can feel personal, especially when you’re the face of your business. In this episode, I break down exactly how to respond to negative reviews without panicking, getting defensive, or damaging your reputation. You’ll learn how to assess whether there’s any truth in the feedback, wh...

85. The Hard Truths About Growing as a Solo Esthetician No One Talks About 05.01.2026

If you’re a solo esthetician or waxer trying to grow your business, this episode is going to hit differently. We don’t talk enough about the emotional side of growth. The loneliness. The judgment. The shift in relationships once you start booking out, raising prices, and getting visible online. In this episode, I’m breaking down the hard truths every solo waxer will face while growing a business i...

84. 75-Pound Weight Loss Transformation for Busy Women: Habits, Mindset + How to Stay Motivated 29.12.2025

In today’s episode, I’m sharing my full weight loss journey, from day one to now being over 75 pounds down. I break down the exact steps I took to get started, how I built momentum, and the changes I made along the way to keep the progress going. This episode is raw, honest, and meant to help any woman who feels overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to begin. If I can do this while being a mom of th...

83. Instagram Trial Reels Explained: A Simple Content Strategy for Beauty Pros to Grow and Convert 22.12.2025

If you’re a beauty professional who feels overwhelmed by Instagram content creation, this episode is going to change how you post. In this episode, I’m sharing important updates on trial reels, how I’m personally using drafts inside Instagram to make posting easier, and the exact strategy I use to repurpose content so I’m not constantly starting from scratch. I break down: • What a trial reel is (...

82. How Estheticians Can Use ManyChat to Grow Faster: Simple DM Automation for More Clients & Engagement 15.12.2025

Ready to finally understand ManyChat without the overwhelm? In today’s episode, I break down exactly how estheticians and beauty pros can use DM automation to grow faster, boost engagement, and convert more followers into paying clients… even if you’ve never touched ManyChat before. I’ll walk you through: ✨ What ManyChat actually is (in simple esthetician-friendly language) ✨ Why “link in bio” i...

81. The BEST Tools to Start Creating Content for Your Small Business (iPhone Settings, Gear + Habits) 08.12.2025

Want to grow your small business using content? In today’s episode, I’m breaking down everything you need to start creating high-quality videos, from simply using your iPhone to the exact tools I recommend as you level up your content creation. Whether you’re a beginner who feels overwhelmed or an intermediate creator who wants more polished content, this episode gives you the step-by-step roadmap...

80. How to Treat Ingrown Hairs After Waxing | Full Guide for Estheticians 01.12.2025

If you struggle with ingrowns as an esthetician, this episode is your complete breakdown. I cover what ingrown hairs are, why they form, the different types we see as waxers, and how to properly treat and prevent them both with technique + aftercare. Whether you’re a student, newly solo, or an experienced waxer wanting cleaner results and fewer client issues, this video will give you strong founda...

79. The Client Experience Checklist That Keeps Clients Coming Back 24.11.2025

Want to build a loyal clientele that keeps coming back? It all starts with the client experience. In this episode, I’m breaking down my Client Experience Checklist, the exact touchpoints that create trust, loyalty, and repeat bookings in your beauty business. You’ll learn how to: • Make your booking system seamless and professional • Communicate clearly during every service • Rebook confidently wi...

78. How to Stay Booked Out: The 3 Focus Areas That Grow Your Beauty Business 17.11.2025

If your bookings feel inconsistent or your growth has hit a plateau, this episode is for you. In this episode, I break down the three focus areas every beauty professional needs to build and maintain a loyal clientele. Whether you’re brand new, growing, or scaling, these are the pillars that keep your business strong and predictable. You’ll learn how to: ✨ Attract new clients consistently 💌 Reta...

77. ChatGPT for Estheticians: How to Save Hours Every Week & Create Better Content 10.11.2025

Are you a beauty professional looking to save time, create better content, and stay consistent online? In this episode, I break down exactly how estheticians, lash artists, and waxers can use ChatGPT to streamline their business without losing their authentic voice. Learn how to: ✨ Give ChatGPT the right context so it sounds like you 🧠 Use it to brainstorm ideas, organize your thoughts, and repu...

76. Why Every Esthetician Needs an Admin Day (and What to Do on It) 03.11.2025

In this episode, I’m teaching you exactly how to implement admin days, the secret behind staying organized, growing faster, and reducing burnout as a solo esthetician. As beauty pros, we wear a lot of hats... we’re not just performing services, we’re also managing finances, marketing, customer service, and operations. An admin day is your dedicated time to step out of treatment mode and into CEO m...

75. 6 Books Every Entrepreneur Should Read to Build a Millionaire Mindset 27.10.2025

So much of success as an entrepreneur comes down to what you feed your mind. In this episode, I’m sharing 6 books that completely shifted how I think about business, money, and mindset, from when I was just starting out as a solo esthetician to now running a 7-figure brand. Whether you’re in the beauty industry, an esthetician ready to go solo, or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, these...

74. 6 Numbers Every Esthetician Should Track to Grow Their Business 20.10.2025

In this episode, I’m breaking down the 6 basic KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) every esthetician should track, even if you’re brand new. These are the exact numbers I teach my coaching clients to help them keep a pulse on their business and grow with confidence. When you track these consistently, you’ll know exactly what’s working, what’s not, and how to fix it fast. What You’ll Learn: ✅ What K...

73. The $12,000 Ad Formula I Use to Fill My Wax Studio (For Free!) 13.10.2025

Today I’m teaching you the exact ad formula I use to fill my wax studio, the same one I paid a $12,000 local coach to learn! By the end of this video, you’ll know exactly how to film an ad that connects with your audience, builds trust, and converts nervous first-timers into loyal clients. Whether you’re a solo esthetician, salon owner, or beauty entrepreneur this strategy will help you grow fast...

72. From EWC to $10K Months: How Vyonna Transformed Her Esthetics Career with 1-1 Coaching with Me 06.10.2025

What does it really look like to go all in on yourself, invest in coaching, and take massive action? In this episode, I sit down with my coaching client, Vyonna, a brand-new esthetician who has completely changed the trajectory of her career in just 9 months of working with me 1-1. Vyonna shares her journey from working at European Wax Center, attempting to go solo once before and “failing,” to fi...

71. Business Lessons I Learned the Hard Way (and How They’ll Help You Win) 29.09.2025

In this motivational episode of The Rebel Show, I share some of the biggest business lessons I’ve learned over the past decade, inspired by a recent mountain biking ride that ended with me going off a cliff (literally). Here’s what you’ll walk away with: ✅ Why growth always feels harder than you expect and how to push through ✅ The importance of reps, guidance, and learning from people further a...

70. How to Handle No-Shows Professionally | Beauty Business Tips for Estheticians 22.09.2025

In this episode of The Rebel Show, I’m breaking down how to handle no-shows like a pro. 👉 If you’ve ever felt frustrated or discouraged after a client doesn’t show up, you’re not alone. It happens to every esthetician and beauty professional as their books get busier. The good news? With the right systems and policies, no-shows don’t have to derail your business or your confidence. Here’s what yo...

69. The Truth About Raising Prices (and How to Do It Properly) 15.09.2025

In this episode of The Rebel Show, I share the truth about raising your prices as a beauty professional and how to do it properly. Here’s what I’ve learned (the hard way): ✨ Raising prices is necessary if you want a profitable business ✨ Some clients will leave, but the right ones will stay ✨ Doing it the wrong way can hurt your reputation but done correctly, it builds trust and respect I’ll wa...

68. Ambitious Women in Beauty: Why the Right Spouse Matters for Success 08.09.2025

Your choice of partner can shape not just your love life but your future, your confidence, and your business. In this episode of The Rebel Show, Bree and Chance share the real story of what it looks like to build both a marriage and a business empire together. 💡 Inside this episode you’ll learn:     •    Why your spouse can make or break your entrepreneurial journey     •    The hidden “green fla...

67. Why New Client Promos Work: How to Turn Discounts Into Loyal Clients 01.09.2025

New client promotions have been a hot topic in the beauty industry, with many saying they only attract “cheap clients.” In this episode of The Rebel Show, I share why I’m a big believer in new client promos and how I’ve used them to consistently bring in clients and then convert them into loyal regulars. You’ll learn:     •    The truth about why promos don’t just attract bargain hunters     •    ...

66. Fear of Judgment Is Keeping You Broke | How to Show Up Online With Confidence 25.08.2025

Are you holding back from posting, promoting, or launching because you’re afraid of what people might think? In this episode, we’re talking about something that silently kills more dreams (and bank accounts) than anything else: fear of judgment. Whether you’re afraid of sounding “salesy,” being too much, or getting side-eyed by someone from high school… it’s time to call it out. 💬 You’ll learn:  ...

65. 20+ Content Ideas for Beauty Pros Feeling Stuck or Burnt Out | Easy, Real & High-Engagement Posts 18.08.2025

Feeling stuck with content? Burnt out from trying to keep up with social media while running your beauty business? You’re not alone and this episode is for you. Whether you’re a solo esthetician, waxer, or beauty pro who’s tired of overthinking every post or feeling like you’ve lost your creative spark, I’m breaking down 20+ content ideas you can use right now to get back into flow and reconnect w...

64. New Esthetician? How to Get Hired With No Experience (Step-by-Step Guide) 11.08.2025

Are you a newly licensed esthetician struggling to get hired because every job seems to require experience you don’t have? You’re not alone and you’re not behind. In this episode, I walk you through exactly how to get hired as a new esthetician with no experience. From mindset shifts to building a simple portfolio, networking tips, and interview strategies, this is your step-by-step guide to landi...

63.Running a 7-Figure Wax Biz in Chaos: Mindset, Pivots & Real Talk for Estheticians 04.08.2025

If life feels like it’s falling apart and you’re still trying to run your beauty business, you are not alone. In this raw and real episode, I’m sharing how I navigated one of the most chaotic months of my life: from my husband’s accident and a major wax shipment arriving the next day… to flight delays, family emergencies, speaking engagements, and business still needing to be run. 💥 Whether you’r...

62. Instagram Strategy for Solo Estheticians: From Follower to Client 28.07.2025

Tired of showing up on Instagram, posting consistently, and still hearing crickets? In this episode, I break down exactly why followers ≠ bookings and what to do about it. You’ll learn: →Why your content might be attracting other estys instead of dream clients →How to post with purpose using my 3-part Content Conversion Pyramid →What types of Reels, carousels, and Stories convert followers to payi...

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